Mizoram CM Signals Possible Hike in Subsidized Rice Prices for Rehabilitation Centres
The Mizoram government is considering raising the price of subsidized rice provided to rehabilitation centers due to an increase in beneficiaries. Currently, 6,636 quintals are distributed every three months at Rs 6 per kg to approximately 14,000 individuals. Chief Minister Lalduhoma made this announcement during a visit to the Tawngtai Bethel Camping Centre, where he also donated Rs 5 lakh for Christmas celebrations.
Currently, 6,636 quintals of subsidized rice are distributed every 3 months to approximately 14,000 individuals at rehabilitation centres.
The Mizoram government may soon raise the price of subsidized rice provided to rehabilitation centres, citing the growing number of beneficiaries, said Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Sunday. Currently, 6,636 quintals of subsidized rice are distributed every 3 months to approximately 14,000 individuals at rehabilitation centres and homes at a rate of Rs 6 per kg. However, with the increase in the number of beneficiaries, the price may need to be adjusted, the Chief Minister stated.
The announcement was made during Lalduhoma’s visit to the Tawngtai Bethel Camping Centre, where he donated Rs 5 lakhs in celebration of the upcoming Christmas season. The CM, accompanied by TBC Lalvenchhunga, the Constituency MLA and Adviser to the CM, emphasized the importance of obedience in overcoming addiction and encouraged the residents to remain hopeful. This marks his return to the centre a year after his visit following his swearing-in ceremony on December 8
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Source : North East Live